Let’s begin this discussion with a moving documentary called “Chasing Zero” on medical errors. http://www.safetyleaders.org/pages/chasingZeroDocumentary.jsp (Links to an external site.)
Next, review the QSEN Competencies for undergraduates: http://qsen.org/competencies/pre-licensure-ksas/ (Links to an external site.)
- Patient-centered Care
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Evidence-based Practice (EBP)
- Quality Improvement (QI)
- Safety
- Informatics
Next, you will complete the modules on Quality Improvement & Safety.
Access the QSEN modules below with the following credentials:
Visit QSEN Module Website (Links to an external site.)
Login: AACNQSEN
Password: AACNQSEN
Please note that you will be asked to create a new password after you login in for the first time.
At the end of the 2 modules, you will be able to print/save a certificate showing your completion of the modules. Save these to submit to the discussion.
Lastly, please discuss the following information in your initial post (in 200 words):
- What did you learn about your role in creating and preventing medical and nursing errors, including errors of omission?
- Identify a plan for incorporating the QSEN competencies even better in your practice.
- Visit the Leapfront Hospital Safety Grade (Links to an external site.) site and determine how “safe” patients are at your hospital. What’s your grade and where can your hospital improve on patient safety?
Use at least one reference to support your initial post. Write in your own words (No Quotations). You may use your books, WebLinks, or other library resources to answer these questions. APA Format for references is required.
This discussion supports the following course objective:
7. Understand the role of the manager in creating, maintaining, and evaluating safety within the healthcare institution. (SLO #9)
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